Work sequence

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Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool (or VAG 1552). Switch ignition on and select engine control module with "Address word" 01. (Connecting scan tool and selecting engine control module. See VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST), connecting and selecting engine control module ).

Indicated on display

Fig 1: Scan Tool Display - Rapid Data Transfer

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Press keys 1 and 5 for the "Readiness code" function and confirm entry with Q key.

Must appear on display when all diagnosis functions have been successfully completed: See Fig 2.

Indicated on display

Fig 2: Scan Tool Display - Readiness Code (All Values Set To Zero)

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Press --> key.
Press keys 0 and 6 for the "End data transfer" function and confirm input with Q key.

Indicated on display:

One of the diagnostic checks has not run through successfully: See Fig 3.

Fig 3: Scan Tool Display - Readiness Code (Has Not Run Through Successfully)

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Press --> key.
Generate readiness code. See READINESS CODE, GENERATING .